The University of California - Davis
“The academic programs at Davis are excellent, especiallyBrightBiology
The academic programs at Davis are excellent, especially the science and engineering programs. The campus has much room for growth and expansion of programs. Besides the fact that UC Davis is located in a very quiet city and a dry rural setting, Davis provides a challenging curriculum. If you want to be in that type of academic and social environment, then Davis might not be a bad option. Definitely visit UC davis and the surrounding city before deciding to attend because students frequently miss home when at Davis. Far too frequently students trek back to their home cities over weekends in an attempt to refresh from the dead uncultured Davis environment. Overall, the culture on the campus is dead and school pride could use improvement as well. Diversity is an issue with students of color, who are too few in numbers on the campus (i.e. African Americans). Typical students are laid back, but do not underestimate the competitiveness in classes, especially science majors. Unfortunately, UC Davis is overshadowed by UC Berkeley and LA, but investigat deep and you will see that it provides a very insightful education potential that is rapidly improving!
view full review→Aug 05 2004
2nd Year Male -- Class 2006
Education Quality: A, Surrounding City: D+
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“The University is ok, but it has beenBrightEconomics
The University is ok, but it has been difficult getting required classes. The city of Davis and living off campus makes the UCD experience horrible. Rents are high and landlords try to take advantage of students in every way possible. The city does not welcome UCD students - there is not enough entertainment and if you need to purchase something you need to go out of town. A number of my friends have had bad experiences with the local police. The police seem to be out to harass students. The city has a good central location, but that is all it has going for it. Consider another university!
view full review→Aug 03 2004
2nd Year Female -- Class 2006
Collaboration/Competitive: B+, Surrounding City: D
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I've to admit that I considered UCD as a backup school that I didn't really want to attend in the first place. But I came anyway and pretty much against my own wishes, I fell in love with it. I'm doing pretty well here and the campus is just great.
view full review→Jul 11 2004
1st Year Female -- Class 2008
Perceived Campus Safety: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: B-
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